Use the search options below to find information regarding recent decisions that have been taken by the Council’s Cabinet and Lead Members, and delegated decisions taken by officers.
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The Lead Member is recommended to approve the
Post-16 Transport Policy Statement for the 2021-22 academic year
following the required consultation.
Decision Maker: Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability
Made at meeting: 26/04/2021 - Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability
Decision published: 26/04/2021
Effective from: 05/05/2021
Decision:
29.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Children’s Services seeking approval of the Post-16 Transport Policy Statement for the 2021-22 academic year.
29.2 RESOLVED – to approved the Post-16 Transport Policy Statement for the 2021-22 academic year.
Reason
29.3 The County Council has carried out its legal duty to consult on the annual Post-16 Transport Policy Statement. The proposed statement does not differ from the draft statement.
29.4 The County Council may revise the statement to change the arrangements specified should it be considered necessary. This can include revisions to prices which may not be known until the end of August 2021.
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Lead officer: Ian Crudge
To allow South East Water to carry out mains
connection works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order
under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation
Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following
length of road;
Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 23/04/2021
Effective from: 30/04/2021
Decision:
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians
and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained
whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via
B2192 Lewes Road – A22 Eastbourne Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 4 May 2021 and lasts for a period of 18 months,
or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is
anticipated works will be undertaken between 4 May and 25 June 2021
depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb
To allow Kier on behalf of UKPN to carry out
joint bay works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order
under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation
Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following
lengths of road in phases;
Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 23/04/2021
Effective from: 30/04/2021
Decision:
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians
and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained
whenever possible.
The Order commenced 15 April 2020 and lasts for a period of 18
months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier.
However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 4 May
& 27 July 2021 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb
To consider an update on the measures the
Council has taken in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and the
next steps
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 20/04/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 20/04/2021
Effective from: 28/04/2021
Decision:
48.1 The Cabinet considered a report by the Chief Executive.
48.2 It was RESOLVED to note the report.
Reason
48.3 The report provided an update on the measures the Council has taken in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Lead officer: Claire Lee
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 20/04/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 20/04/2021
Effective from: 28/04/2021
Decision:
52.1 The Cabinet considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.
52.2 It was RESOLVED to note the Annual Audit Letter and the fee update for 2019/20.
Reason
52.3 The Annual Audit Letter summarises the key findings from the external audit of the 2019/20 Statement of Accounts for the Council and the East Sussex Pension Fund, together with the 2019/20 Value for Money conclusion and recommendations to management.
Lead officer: Ian Gutsell
This report sets out the Council's Internal
Audit Strategy and Annual Plan of internal audit work to be carried
out during the financial year 2021/22 for approval by
Cabinet.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 20/04/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 20/04/2021
Effective from: 28/04/2021
Decision:
50.1 The Cabinet considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.
50.2 It was RESOLVED to agree the Council’s Internal Audit Strategy and Plan 2021/22.
Reason
50.3 The Internal Audit Strategy and Plan sets out how the Council will meet its statutory requirements for internal audit.
Lead officer: Russell Banks
This report sets out in detail the work to be
carried out by the Council’s External Auditors on the
Council’s accounts for financial year 2020/21.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 20/04/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 20/04/2021
Effective from: 28/04/2021
Decision:
49.1 The Cabinet considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.
49.2 It was RESOLVED to approve the External Audit Plan for 2020/21.
Reason
49.3 The External Audit Plan provides an overview of the planned scope and timing of the Council’s 2020/21 accounts and identifies any significant risks.
Lead officer: Ian Gutsell
To allow City Fibre Metro Networks Ltd to
carry out superfast broadband works, East Sussex County Council
have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road
Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily
close the following lengths of road;
Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 16/04/2021
Effective from: 23/04/2021
Decision:
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians
and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained
whenever possible.
The Order commences on 23 April 2021 and lasts for a period of 18
months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier.
However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 20:00hrs
to 06:00hrs between 23 & 25 April 2021 depending upon the
weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb
To allow East Sussex County Council and
Brighton and Hove City Council to store equipment for the
bridleway/ cycleway improvement works, East Sussex County Council
have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road
Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily
close the following length of layby;
Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 16/04/2021
Effective from: 23/04/2021
Decision:
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians
and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained
whenever possible.
The Order commences on 26 April 2021 and lasts for a period of 18
months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier.
However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 26
April & 23 July 2021 depending upon the weather
conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb